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Newspaper

La Grande Evening Observer

Location

La Grande, Oregon, United States of America

Date

Mar 06, 1908

Page

6

Gambler Takes Life on Train Near Chattanooga

A veteran gambler named Thomas, pursued for a crime in Win home, killed himself on a train en route to Chattanooga Tennessee. Police efforts to arrest him failed as he chose death over prison amid a fugitive status. Service planned at Peter's church at 7:30 p.m. with Tennessee authorities assisting.

Fils Himell Baker Gambler Chattanooga Jewe Thomas Baker City Thomas Baker Tennessee Hin Ant de Peter's Church

Heavier Steel Rails for Mountain Track Upgrades

Officials discuss extensive improvements by the O W N and other lines to mount a heavier rail program. Plans call for 80 pound rails on key segments from Mediohin to Hilgard and 86 to 90 pound rails elsewhere with added ballast to make the mountain line first class in the west.

Yemar Inty Feplice Norsh West Mediohin Hilgard

Governor Creel Eyes Private Takeover of Saloons

To Take Over Saloons, City of Mexico March 6 Governor Enrique Creel of Chihuahua is said to consider forming a private corporation to take over saloons in the state closing most and placing the rest under supervision to foster temperance and morality. Profits above 6 percent would be used for public works.

City of Mexico Enrique Creel Chihuahua

President Ryodeoh to Meet Civile Federation Delegation

Washington March 6 President Ryodeoh will hold a conference with the Civile Federation delegation visiting to discuss labor capital questions with members of Congress.

Washington Ryodeoh The Civile Federation Congress

Campaigning for County Clerk in Pure Politics Talks

W. F. Anderson, Republican primary candidate for county clerk, plans to address county voters on "Pure Politics." Specific venues and dates to be announced.

W. F. Andgerson Ier

Shakespeare Play Banned by Austin Schools

Public school authorities in Austin Texas place Shakespeare's Merchant of Venice on the undesired list for students. Officials cite the play's alleged contempt and hatred toward Jews as a reason for removal from study.

Austin Texan

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